"Soul on Fire" — John O'Leary's True Story of Survival & Inspiration Hits the Big Screen
16 Apr 2025
John O'Leary's inspiring memoir, On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life, is set to captivate audiences anew with its cinematic adaptation, Soul on Fire, premiering in theaters nationwide on October 10, 2025.
The film, directed by Sean McNamara (Reagan, Soul Surfer), chronicles John's extraordinary journey from surviving a devastating burn accident at age nine, which no one expected him to survive, to becoming a beacon of hope and resilience. The narrative highlights the transformative power of community support, faith, and mentorship. "It's a celebration of the everyday heroes and a reminder that when we finally shift from focusing on personal imperfections to accepting the gift our life already is, amazing things can happen," said John.
One of our most sought-after speakers, John inspires tens of thousands of people at more than 100 live and virtual events each year. He partners with companies and organizations across industries, such as sales, healthcare, safety, marketing, finance, faith, education, and insurance. Consistently described as “the best speaker we’ve ever had,” John’s emotional storytelling, unexpected humor and authenticity make each presentation unforgettable.